Dr. Joseph J. Andrews, MD | Wilkes Barre, PA | Gastroenterology

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Dr. Joseph Andrews is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency training at Lankenau Medical Center. With 35 years of experience in gastroenterology, Dr. Andrews brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Andrews maintains hospital affiliations with Wilkes Barre General Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. He commonly treats patients with colon polyps, changes in bowel habits, and abdominal pain. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures to diagnose digestive conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
4.5

25 Ratings
35 years of experience
44 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Lankenau Medical Center
7 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Andrews' Ratings and Reviews

4.5

25 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 5 Minutes

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Provided follow-up after the visit: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Excellent Doctor and staff. Nurses when also excellent and Friendly.

December 13th, 2023

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I had been plagued with a stomach malady for 20 years. Dr. Andrews scheduled some tests. Identified the problem and corrected it almost immediately!! I am well again after suffering for 20 years! WELL DONE DOCTOR!! KUDOS!!! (From a 30 year United States Army Veteran.)

September 7th, 2021

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goes out of his way to help his patients

July 22nd, 2020

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My mom is a patient of dr. Andrews has been going through some rough times with a gastro issue he has called When Calls have been put into him well out of town and even out of the country the guy is spot-on he's a ace you do not find doctors that respond like that anymore thank you Doctor Andrews

June 14th, 2019

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Excellent doctor. Very compassionate. Easy to talk with and gives you enough time

March 20th, 2016

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He is a wonderful Doctor and is very concerned for his patients, I would recommend him to anyone in need of his services.

December 18th, 2014

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4Star+ doctor. Friendly, caring and professional. Keeps you feeling comfortable during exams. Have and will continue to highly recommend him to anyone in need of this type of service.

June 8th, 2008

Digestive Care Associates Pc

87 E Main StWilkes Barre, PA 18705

Tel: (570) 821-1982

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Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

1000 E Mountain DrWilkes Barre, PA 18711

Tel: (570) 808-7300

Geisinger South Wilkes Barre

25 Church StWilkes Barre, PA 18765

Tel: (570) 808-3100

Wilkes Barre General Hospital

575 N River StWilkes Barre, PA 18764

Tel: (570) 829-8111


Dr. Joseph John Andrews, MD	Ji Soo Choi, APRN	Chimdi Mfebe, APRN	Ashley Anderson, APRN
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (25 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Wilkes Barre , PA	SACRAMENTO , CA	Little Rock , AR	SACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University	Med School: New York University	Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing	Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine
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Gastroenterology

Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
Celiac Disease
Colonoscopy
Constipation
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Ulcerative Colitis

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lankenau Medical Center

Medical School

Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson UniversityGraduated in 1991

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Nutrition
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(6)
Megan M Bobeck
Nurse Practitioner
| Wilkes Barre, PA
(0)
Julie Ann Kane
Nurse Practitioner
| Pittston, PA
(0)
Cortney Lynn Repanshek
Nurse Practitioner
| Mountain Top, PA
(0)
Patricia Rosati
Nurse Practitioner
| Wilkes-Barre, PA
(0)
Dr. Ann Lopko Strazdus
Nurse Practitioner
| Edwardsville, PA
(0)
Dr. Jeffrey Costanzo, MD
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17 Years Exp | Allentown, PA
(16)
Dr. William John Cochran, MD
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Dr. David Rutta, MD
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Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Andrews affiliated with?: Dr. Joseph Andrews is affiliated with Wilkes Barre General Hospital.

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